2009 Volvo S40 Volvo S40 2009

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2009 Volvo S40 repairs by problem area

Engine (6%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (0%)

Brakes and Traction Control (6%)

Suspension and Steering (19%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (50%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (6%)

Other (13%)

Chart based on 16 repairs.
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2009 Volvo S40 repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (7%)

$500 - $999 (27%)

$100 - $499 (27%)

< $100 (40%)

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Chart based on 15 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2009 Volvo S40 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 227hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD

Volvo S40 in Massachusetts, United States
Jun 2009 - Jun 2022
Oct 2009

4000 mi
Replaced seals on angle gear, covered under warranty 
Jun 2010

16000 mi

US $70
15000 maintenance, checked climate control system (OK), adjusted window for slight noise when opening, no other repairs 
Nov 2010

22500 mi
Replaced driver's side LED brake lamp under warranty 
Apr 2012

47000 mi
Replaced AM receiver under warranty Car would not start after being parked in garage for 9 days. Dealer replaced battery under warranty. 
Dec 2012

56500 mi
Replaced two TPMS sensors under warranty Reported battery drain, found that Satellite radio was causing discharge, updated Satellite radio software per Volvo and replaced battery. All done under warranty. 
Jun 2013

63500 mi

US $110
Replaced TPMS Sensor 
May 2017

120044 mi

US $167
Replaced coolant reservoir 
Jul 2017

122606 mi

US $1106
Replaced AC compressor, compressor clutch worn 
Aug 2017

123018 mi

US $945
Replaced alternator 
Jun 2018

136217 mi

US $900
Replace front struts and springs 

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2009 Volvo S40 4dr Sedan

143-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD

Volvo S40 in Great Britain
Jun 2017 - Jun 2022
Mar 2021

148000 mi

£900
2x wheel bearings replaced 
Jul 2021

149000 mi

£600
All shock absorbers and springs replaced. 
Nov 2021

151000 mi

£350
Steering Wheel Module software install. Genuine steering wheel module replaced. 

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2009 Volvo S40 Repair Histories

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